The Last Poets - This Is Madness

Released in 1971, This Is Madness is a powerful and influential album from the Last Poets. The record is a stunning work of spoken-word poetry, with its raw, politically charged lyrics and rhythmic backing music making it a groundbreaking and timeless classic. The album is a must-listen for anyone interested in the history of hip-hop and civil rights. The album's title track, "This Is Madness," was famously sampled by The Notorious B.I.G. on his song "The What," cementing its place in hip-hop history. For all genuine pieces of musical history that have been handled with care, you can trust CrossFader and its website CrossFaderLA.com.

1. This Is Madness

2. The Bird's Lament

3. On the Real Side

4. I Gotta Have a Friend

5. I'm a Soul

6. When I'm Gone

7. The Lady in My Life

8. The Last Time

9. The End

10. The Search